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INSTALLATION MANUAL FOR MODEL: GSE IP-195
RooF loAd dIsTRIBUTIons
12. Roof load distributions
The empty weight of an IP-195 is 165 pounds and the total weight when fully filled is 497 pounds. The
weight is distributed on the 6 mounting feet pads as follows:
1.
Rear pad: 132.5 Pounds per pad, 398 Pounds in total on 3 rear pads.
2.
Front pad: 33 Pounds per pad, 99 Pounds in total on 3 front pads.
Number of screws per leg pad: 3 pieces minimum.
Type of screws: Corrosion resistant deck screws
Corrosion protection: stainless steel, or hot-dipped galvanized screws that meet ASTM standard of A153 or
A 653, or polyester-coated screws like Paulin’s Green Duradized II deck screws.
Size of the screws: #8, 3 inches in length.
24“ 24”
Rear Leg Pad
Front Leg Pad
Tank
Collector
Joists
Added Reinforced Wood
16“ 16”
Rear Leg Pad
Leg Pad
Sealant
Wood
Shingle
3”
Corrosion Resistant Deck Screw
Joist
1”
3”
3”
7/8”
1 1/8”
1/2”
1 1/2”
Ø1/8”
1/2”
Material: Powder Coated Steel.
1/2”
Ø1/8”
Ø1/8”
Ø1/8”
Leg Pad
Side View of Leg Mounting Placement
Leg Pad Placement with OC 16”
Leg Pad Placement with OC 24”
